Service occupations

Amusement and recreation attendants (O*NET 39-3091.00)

Perform a variety of attending duties at amusement or recreation facilities. May schedule use of recreations facilities, maintain and provide equipment to participants of sporting events or recreational pursuits, or operate amusement concessions and rides.

• 2006 employment: 247,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Much faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Animal control workers (O*NET 33-9011.00)

Handle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals.

• 2006 employment: 15,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: About as fast as average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

Baggage porters and bellhops (O*NET 39-6011.00)

Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.

• 2006 employment: 49,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: About as fast as average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Concierges (O*NET 39-6012.00)

Assist patrons at hotel, apartment or office building with personal services. May take messages, arrange or give advice on transportation, business services or entertainment, or monitor guest requests for housekeeping and maintenance.

• 2006 employment: 20,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

Costume attendants (O*NET 39-3092.00)

Select, fit and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers.

• 2006 employment: 4,300
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Crossing guards (O*NET 33-9091.00)

Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.

• 2006 employment: 69,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Little or no change
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Embalmers (O*NET 39-4011.00)

Prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements.

• 2006 employment: 9,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Postsecondary vocational award

First-line supervisors/managers of food preparation and serving workers (O*NET 35-1012.00)

Supervise workers engaged in preparing and serving food.

• 2006 employment: 817,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: About as fast as average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Work experience in a related occupation

First-line supervisors/managers of personal service workers (O*NET 39-1021.00)

Supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers, such as supervisors of flight attendants, hairdressers, or caddies.

• 2006 employment: 215,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Work experience in a related occupation

Funeral attendants (O*NET 39-4021.00)

Perform a variety of tasks during a funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service; arranging floral offerings or lights around casket; directing or escorting mourners; closing casket; and issuing and storing funeral equipment.

• 2006 employment: 33,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Lifeguards, ski patrol, and other recreational protective services (O*NET 33-9092.00)

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes to provide assistance and protection to participants.

• 2006 employment: 114,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job-training

Locker room, coatroom and dressing room attendants (O*NET 39-3093.00)

Provide personal items to patrons or customers in locker rooms, dressing rooms, or coatrooms.

• 2006 employment: 19,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Much faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Medical equipment preparers (O*NET 31-9093.00)

Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.

• 2006 employment: 45,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Motion picture projectionists (O*NET 39-3021.00)

Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.

• 2006 employment: 11,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Decline slowly
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Parking enforcement workers (O*NET 33-3041.00)

Patrol assigned area, such as public parking lot or section of city to issue tickets to overtime parking violators and illegally parked vehicles.

• 2006 employment: 11,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: About as fast as average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Residential advisors (O*NET 39-9041.00)

Coordinate activities for residents of boarding schools, college fraternities or sororities, college dormitories, or similar establishments. Order supplies and determine need for maintenance, repairs, and furnishings. May maintain household records and assign rooms. May refer residents to counseling resources if needed.

• 2006 employment: 57,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Tour guides and escorts (O*NET 39-6021.00)

Escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.

• 2006 employment: 40,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Much faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

Transportation attendants, except flight attendants and baggage porters (O*NET 39-6032.00)

Provide services to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers aboard ships, buses, trains, or within the station or terminal. Perform duties, such as greeting passengers, explaining the use of safety equipment, serving meals or beverages, or answering questions related to travel.

• 2006 employment: 21,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Travel guides (O*NET 39-6022.00)

Plan, organize, and conduct long distance cruises, tours, and expeditions for individuals or groups.

• 2006 employment: 4,700
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: About as fast as average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

Ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers (O*NET 39-3031.00)

Assist patrons at entertainment events by performing duties, such as collecting admission tickets and passes from patrons, assisting in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and locating such facilities as rest rooms and telephones.

• 2006 employment: 103,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers (O*NET 31-9096.00)

Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists. Excludes nonfarm animal caretakers.

• 2006 employment: 75,000
• Projected 2006-16 employment change: Faster than average
• Most significant source of postsecondary education or training: Short-term on-the-job training

 

Last Modified Date: December 18, 2007